I chose the song "I shall be released" that was originally done by Bob Dylan. Although a lot of artists have attempted to redo this song, I think Jack Johnson does the best cover of this song. Jack Johnson's cover to this song is more meaningful to me because Jack is my favorite artist. I have seen him in concert twice and every time I hear his voice it brings back so many awesome memories. My dad introduced me to Jack Johnson when I was in grade school and ever since then his music has been a big part of our family. I think most people like this cover because he is a newer, younger artist so more people can relate to him! I think his solos sound better too.
Also because my family is very musical I have heard my brothers and dad play this song ever since I could remember. Therefore, I have a strong bond to this song!!!
This is the Jack Johnson version...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hF8a_srcfPE
This is the Bob Dylan Version..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHtCnetFUlY&feature=related
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I'm a HUGE Bob Dylan fan, but I felt that both artist brought different aspects to the song. Bob Dylan's version is raw, its just him and his guitar, but Jack Johnson has a whispering voice which is also nice, Jack Johnson does bring the song into our more modern day music, but Bob Dylan rock it originally!
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